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ABS traction control lights on after rain and puddle

Discussion in 'Prius c Technical Discussion' started by Kelly CJ, May 15, 2018.

  1. Kelly CJ

    Kelly CJ New Member

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    It stormed like crazy last night and I misjudged a puddle (was deeper than I thought) the ABS light came on and stayed on.

    Brakes seem fine.

    Any idea where to start looking for the problem?
     
    #1 Kelly CJ, May 15, 2018
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    ztanos All-around Geek!

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    I would disconnect the 12v battery and reconnect it. See if that clears the code out. If that doesn't work, run a code scan and see what it's complaining about. You may have a damaged sensor.
     
    #2 ztanos, May 16, 2018
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    Leadfoot J. McCoalroller Senior Member

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    I see this often in Subarus (we play in the mud a bit more)

    Generally the sensor will dry out on its own, and once the code is reset no further action is required. If you're in a hurry you can dry out the sensor more quickly with a hair dryer or a fast drive on a sunny day depending on what's available.
     
    #3 Leadfoot J. McCoalroller, May 27, 2018
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